Waffle Champion
With locations in midtown OKC and north Edmond, Waffle Champion is a breakfast lover’s dream. Open 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., your early day meals are the stars of the show.
For those with a sweet tooth, try the s’mores waffles with torched marshmallow, chocolate ganache and graham crackers, alongside the French toast, cinnamon rolls or waffle bites. For those who instead crave the savory, the hot chicken sandwich, avocado toast, turkey B.L.T. or Florentine (a wrap with scrambled eggs, spinach, mushrooms and tomatoes) are must-tries. Prefer your breakfast in a bowl? Try the super food oatmeal, corn chowder or smoothie bowl instead.
Other goodies include the bacon, egg and cheese wrap, the sweet chili chicken wrap and the crispy chicken tenders.
Bevvies also abound – from drip coffee to matcha, smoothies, milkshakes and pressed juices.
Juniper
Over 2,000 dishes have been made at Juniper in its 15 years in business, but one thing remains the same: a dedication to familiarity, creativity and excellent service.
Located in Tulsa’s Blue Dome district, Juniper is a fine dining staple for any T-Town foodie. Start with whipped goat cheese, yellow curry steamed mussels, lobster rolls or the charcuterie board. Then venture to heavier fare, like the signature beef stroganoff, the Prosciutto wrapped chicken, the Wagyu smash burger or the herb-crusted New Zealand lamb chops. Don’t forget add-ons like sweet carrot soup, the spinach and apple salad, saffron risotto or house cut fries with garlic aioli.
Fun fact: Juniper has some of the most iconic cocktails in town, too. Try the Blue Dome with blueberry infused vodka, lemon and elderberry, or the Hanan Spritz with blanco tequila, Aperol, passion fruit syrup, lime, agave and sparkling wine.
Edge Craft Barbecue
If you’re ready to gorge on Texas-style barbecue, Edge Craft Barbecue, located at 1920 Linwood Blvd. in OKC, is the place to be.
You’ll find BBQ options galore, including a la carte items like brisket, pork ribs, turkey, sausage and pulled pork. Must-try sides include macaroni and cheese, collard greens, red beans, Brussels sprouts, potato salad, coleslaw and okra.
Groups can order ahead with larger packages including the Meat Platter, which feeds 8-9 and comes with all the fixins’.
Pro tip: Edge Craft is open Thursday-Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. They sell out often, so get there early for the best chance at a delicious lunch!
Pie Junkie
What started as a hobby shared by two women has blossomed into Pie Junkie – a delectable sweet-treat haven positioned in OKC’s Plaza District.
Pie flavors change monthly and seasonally, so call ahead to ensure the flavor you crave is still on the menu.
If you’re in the mood for a small treat, the six-inch ‘Cutie Pies’ include iterations like cherry and apple crumble; Key lime; peach blackberry; banana cream; and peanut butter chocolate. Ready-to-serve whole pies include the Birthday Pie with confetti cake batter mousse; the French silk; the Raspberry Ripple; and the Kentucky Bourbon with a gooey filling of walnuts, chocolate chips and Maker’s Mark bourbon.
Other options at Pie Junkie include frozen pies, Whoopie Pies by the dozen, quiches, sprinkle cookies, cookie cakes, frozen crusts and take-and-bake meals like chicken pot pie, Shepherd’s Pie and cheddar sausage balls.
